Quantum Chemistry AI Benchmark Scientist (PhD)

Obsidian; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

Mercor is hiring PhD and Master's scientists to author AI evaluation tasks for a new benchmark in scientific computing. You will author original, executable research problems that today's frontier models cannot solve.

Researchers with depth in quantum and computational chemistry, and proficiency in Python or R, plus GitHub and Docker experience, are invited to apply for a 6-week, part-time engagement starting immediately.

Qualifications

• PhD in chemistry or related field with demonstrated depth in quantum and computational chemistry.
• Proficiency in Python or R for scientific computing and data analysis.
• Experience with Git/GitHub workflows and running code in Docker.

Responsibilities

• Author original, executable AI evaluation tasks for a new benchmark.
• Source and design prompts based on published material or datasets.
• Define grading criteria and calibrate tasks against frontier models.
• Collaborate to ensure tasks fail frontier models as needed.

Skills

Python

R

Scientific computing

Education

PhD in chemistry or related field

Master's degree in chemistry or related field

Tools

Git/GitHub

Docker

Job description

Mercor is hiring PhD and Master's scientists to author AI evaluation tasks for a new benchmark in scientific computing. You will author original, executable research problems that today's frontier models cannot solve.

Researchers with depth in quantum and computational chemistry, and proficiency in Python or R, plus GitHub and Docker experience, are invited to apply for a 6-week, part-time engagement starting immediately.